1. Millet is highly nutritious and offers a range of essential nutrients. It is
reach in dietary fiber, proteins, vitamins and minerals. Incoporating millet
into diets helps combat malnutrition and provides vitalnutrients for
individuals, particularly in regions were access to diverse and nutritious
foods is limited.
2. Millet is a drought-resistant crop and can grow in arid and semi-arid
regions with minimal water requirements.
3. Millet requires fewer inputs such as fertilizers, pesticides, and irrigation
compared to other major staple crops
4. By harnessing the nutritional value, resilience, and adaptability of millet, it
is possible to improve food security, combat malnutrition, and address the
hunger problem, particularly in regions facing challenges such as water
scarcity, climate change, and limited resources.
IMPORTANCE OF MILLETS IN HUNGER